Deion Sanders’ two youngest sons, Shilo (left) and Shedeur (right) found out about his bladder cancer diagnosis during his July 28 press conference at the University of Colorado.
Deion, 57, held a press conference with his medical team to announce he had his bladder removed and he was cancer-free.
His two youngest sons, Shedeur and Shilo, found out about their father’s diagnosis at the press conference along with the rest of the world.
Deion kept his diagnosis a secret from his sons as they entered the NFL Draft back in April.
His eldest son Deion Sanders Jr. (left) was with him when he learned his diagnosis. Deion Jr. filmed actress Karrueche Tran’s emotional scene in Deion’s hospital room as he prepared to go to surgery.
“Much love to my son Junior, who has not left my side since we found out what was taking place,” Deion said to Deion Jr. who was at the press conference. “Not one day. He’s been with me here, he’s been with me in Texas, he’s been with me everywhere, everyday.”
Deion added, “I love you for life, son, and I thank you for everything you bring to the table.”
Deion said his three daughters also knew about his cancer diagnosis before his announcement.
“My sons, to this day, don’t know what transpired,” Deion said on Monday. “I just told them it was something with my foot. I wanted them to focus on making the team and now focused on Dad. They really don’t know.”
Quarterback Sheduer, 23, was drafted in the fifth round by the Cleveland Browns. After going undrafted, Shilo, 25, signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a free agent. He is still trying to make the team.
Deion’s bladder cancer was diagnosed on April 14, and he had surgery to remove his bladder in May.
Deion faces challenges if he returns to coach Colorado Buffaloes’ games. If he has an internal new bladder, it will have to be emptied often.
If he’s wearing an external urostomy bag, it also has to be emptied often. He also runs the risk of infections.
